Hampshire · England
Film Set Catering in Townsend
We bring a hog roast for the crew across Townsend and Hampshire, cooking slowly at your venue and serving it hot, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Shoots on location
- End-of-shoot wraps
- Lunch at base
A hog roast near Townsend
Perfect for your shoot in Townsend
Carving serves a crew fast.
Whatever the occasion in Townsend, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. We’re often asked to cater:
- Period drama shoots
- Location shoots
- Extended shoot days
- Music video days
For cast and crew travelling by train, Midgham station, about 4.9 miles north, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether travel is included
- A clear list of what’s included
- What crockery is supplied
About our film set catering in Townsend
The roaster cooks outdoors under cover, away from equipment and trucks, in a position locations are happy with. Whether it’s period locations and commercials and music videos, we’ll put together a menu of spit-roast lamb, hog roast rolls and new potatoes and more.
Rural locations near Townsend can be a long way from food, so hot food at base is a big help. Timings are planned around your shoot, working back from when you want to eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
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Diets, allergies and alternatives
Some crew won’t eat pork, so it’s worth adding an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Stuffing typically contains gluten
- Tell us who does not eat pork
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Ask the production office for dietary needs
We get to base first thing, roasting through the morning.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Why choose a hog roast in Townsend?
At the end of a shoot, a hog roast feels like a reward. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why us?
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Planned to your running order
- Carved by our chef in front of your crew
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
See our pricing or our hog roast cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Rotisserie chicken
For crew who don’t eat pork, rotisserie chicken is the easy answer, and it suits fussy eaters.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, served in a roll with salads.
Questions from Townsend
How far is Townsend from London?
Roughly 49 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Townsend?
The closest is Midgham station, roughly 4.9 miles away.
Do you go to remote locations?
Send the location and access notes and we’ll plan the journey.
Do we need our own staff?
We carve and serve for you, and we clear up when service is finished.
Can you do gluten-free?
Ask for gluten-free rolls and we’ll bring them. We’ll give you full allergen information for every dish.
Do you cover Townsend?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Townsend and Hampshire. Send us the address for a quote.
What about crew who don’t eat pork?
We can add chicken, lamb or vegetarian options.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it’s several hours. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
What a hog roast costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Crockery choices
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- The journey to the venue
- Menu choices and extras
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Details that help
When you get in touch, please mention:
- Rough numbers
- Your date and serving time
- The address or postcode
- Dietary requirements
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Access agreed with locations
- Somewhere for crew to eat if it rains
- Sign-off from the location
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Townsend
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Spit-roast lamb
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
Crew catering near Townsend
Townsend is about 3 miles south-west of Tadley, in Hampshire. Our roaster is a regular sight at shoots around Townsend, from gardens to fields. Townsend is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Townsend to Reading (about 13 miles away).
Within reach of Townsend are historic houses such as The Vyne (4.7 miles east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most keep cooking well away from the house, so plan the unit base with locations. Townsend is about 49 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
We bring hog roasts to shoots all over the RG26 postcode area and the streets around it. Close by, we cover shoots in Wolverton Common (1 mile north), Axmansford (2 miles north), West Heath (2 miles east), Ramsdell (2 miles south-east) and Baughurst (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (6 miles south-east), Andover (15 miles south-west), Alton (15 miles south-east), Tadley (3 miles north-east), Hook (11 miles east) and Popley (5 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Park Prewett Hospital (4.5 miles south-east).
- Pubs nearby include The George And Dragon Public House (under half a mile east)
How the day works
A hog roast is always cooked outside, under a gazebo on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches. We’ll agree the spot with you beforehand. Because the roast starts early, and winter daylight in Townsend ends around 4:00pm, so we may set up under lights.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- You get a check on access and a quote.
- Our position and arrival are agreed in advance.
- We roast through the morning and carve fast when lunch is called.
- We pack away straight after service.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Getting a price
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
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For event organisers in Townsend
Event organisers frequently ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we will confirm what we can provide.
If the event is on someone else’s land, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards